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YTOC Mission Statement: 
The purpose of Yoga Teachers of Colorado is to provide a professional association for yoga teachers, yoga studios, and yoga enthusiasts to share knowledge and foster community

Join us for our
YTOC November Event

Saturday, November 2nd
2:00 pm

$20 for non-members 

As always, free for YTOC members!


 

  The Practice & Symbolism of Vedic Ritual
     


The Practice & Symbolism of Vedic Ritual will explore and reveal the ancient methods used by the Priests of the Vedic Age, a civilization 5000 years ago. The incantations from the Vedas in the form of mantra organized the very forces of nature and the intersecting fabric of Spirit. Participants will experience an actual Vedic ritual and learn about the important symbolic references and how they can weave their way into our daily life and yoga practice. While time has moved us from these early roots of yoga the power and methods are as applicable now as ever in the current age of kali Yug. The Vedic ritual supports the mind's spiritual illumination, and the mantric vibration uncovers the beauty of Spirit.

 

 

Santosh is a teacher, seeker, and student. He started the practices of yoga with the intention to explore the abstract realms of spiritual consciousness. A modern day Sadhu, his life is organized to exclusively share the vast teachings of yoga and continue to uncover the transformative energies of spiritual practice.  "I never planned where all of my work was going to lead, but it has guided me toward powerful subtle experience, and illuminated understanding. I remain in awe at the beauty and the Force."  Santosh has taught prospective yoga teachers in Yoga Teacher Training programs since 2005 and guides weekly classes in Denver. He teaches beginning through advanced workshops on asana, pranayama, meditation and Eastern spiritual philosophy.  His asana training has included numerous styles and many different teachers. The in-depth study of Ayurvedic medicine, Raja yoga, Tantric meditation, advanced pranayama and Eastern spiritual philosophy has produced an immense breadth of knowledge. The expanding summit of his work culminated in his Guru, Self realized yoga master Sri Baba Hari Dass, initiating him into the sacred teachings of the Pujari, or  Vedic Priest. This advanced work will endure for the life. He is a teacher that guides from direct experience whose origins reach into the strata of conscious perception. "I devote my life to share the Wonder and the Peace.  To polish the one magic stone in search of the perfect Breath, the state of the Breathless...."

 

 

 

Hosting Studio 
Harmony Yoga strives to represent the true teaching of yoga, based in the idea of evolving yourself and your consciousness and leaving your ego behind. We are working to bridge the classical teachings of yoga into today's world, providing our yoga practitioners skills, strategies, and tools in a safe and welcoming environment. We're a homegrown, neighborhood business providing a service to the people in our southeast Denver neighborhood since 2006.

560 South Holly Street
 Suite 15
 SE Corner of Leetsdale & Holly St.
 Next to Tuesday Morning
Denver, CO

 Google Map 

www.harmony-yoga.com
303-388-8501
    
 

Joanne Greetings Yoga Enthusiasts -

 

Fall is here and what a lovely fall we're having. The colors of the leaves are exceptional and serve as an inspirational farewell as we transition into winter.

 

And YTOC is in transition too as we get the new Board up and running. I'm excited to be taking the reins as President from Shari Turney. Shari leaves big shoes to fill. I can't thank her enough for all her hard work and commitment as she led YTOC for these last two years. She'll still be on the Board as Past President so we'll have the benefits of her wisdom and experience.

 

The new Board will have its inaugural meeting on Sunday, November 3rd. We are planning many exciting programs, projects and social events. More to come as the saying goes.

 

There's also a saying that no one accomplishes anything alone. Actually, that's a fact not just a saying. YTOC won't be nearly as useful and vibrant an organization if the Board doesn't get input from you, our members. Without your input, we'll be making decisions in a vacuum. Since one of our goals is to encourage member participation, we'd love to hear your ideas for making that happen.

 

So, please get involved! Following are some thoughts on how to do that:

 

  1. Save the Date: Friday, December 6th from 6 - 9pm is our holiday party. It's free to all YTOC members and one guest. Suzi Cameron, our energetic Program Chair, is co-coordinating the party and will post details shortly.
  2. Attend a Monthly Program: It's included for free in your annual dues. Programs are held at member studios and they are a terrific way to stay connected with the yoga community while expanding your knowledge.
  3. What are your special skills/passions? Volunteer for a committee or help out at an event and share those skills. We'll be posting a Volunteer Application soon on the website so you can let us know how you want to get involved.
  4. Join the Board: We've got two open positions. Okay, this is a bigger time commitment, I agree. But, it's a great way to be actively involved in the yoga community and help set the future direction of YTOC and yoga in Colorado. Contact me at president@ytoc.org or 303.818.418 so we can talk.
  5. Give us your feedback. You'll find a list of Board members at www.ytoc.org under Contact Us. We want to hear from you. It is a primary way we'll be able to create an organization that effectively serves you.

 

Thank you for your membership. I look forward to meeting you soon.

 

 

Joanne Thompson

president@ytoc.org 

   

 




UPCOMING EVENTS

FROM OUR YTOC STUDIOS & MEMBERS
A Vibrant Community

November (and Beyond) 2013

 

Review the following offerings from our members and be sure to visit their studio websites for more information!   

  

November 3, 10, 17, and 24 Donation Classes to Support The Wellness Initiative
Donation classes will occur every Sunday during November at noon at the Westminster location (11940 Bradburn Blvd. Suite 600) and 4:30 at the Longmont location (340 Lashley Street), Hot Method Yoga, in Westminster and Longmont.
 

November 5 - 19 Pre-Holiday Restorative Series 

Join studio owner Michelle Voeller, and treat yourself to a personal retreat with this special, indulgent three-class series. Each class includes breath work, meditation, gentle & restorative yoga, yoga nidra, & aromatherapy. At Harmony Yoga in Denver

 

November 8 & 9 Three Special Events with Dr. Kamala Easton: Goddess Workshop, Intuitive Reading & Book Event

On Friday, join the author for a free book reading from her Autobiography of a Yogini: A Black Woman's Love Affair with her Guru. On Saturday, join Dr. Easton in two events: her Goddess Workshop: Durga Warrior Goddess of Protection and the Group Intuitive Reading that evening.At Harmony Yoga in Denver

 

November 9-10 Ayurvedic Marma Point Therapy and Ayurvedic Massage  

This 12 hour continuing education course offers insights into the use of marma points for Ayurveda Educators, Yoga Teachers, and Massage Therapists. Marma stimulation, at the junction of three nadi, can assist in bringing harmony and balance to the body. At PranaYoga in Denver 

  

November 9 Tibetan Singing Bowl. 
Please join us for a 40 minute healing/concert using Tibetan Singing Bowls. As you listen to the sounds of the chakras generated through the singing bowls your mind, body and spirit begin to organize and flow in harmony. Tibetan masters have used singing bowl therapy to heal for centuries. At Asana Studio in Arvada

November 10 Community Yoga and Holiday Boutique 
Holiday Boutique and Community Yoga, 12-4pm Shopping work by area artists and 4-5pm free yoga class area artist.At Catspaw Yoga in Wheat Ridge

November 15 Open House and Holiday Boutique
Join us, have a drink, snack, chat and shop;) Work by area artists.At Catspaw Yoga in Wheat Ridge

November 16 Community Yoga and Holiday Boutique 
Holiday Boutique and Community Yoga, 8-9am free yoga class, 9-1pm Shopping, work by area artists. At Catspaw Yoga in Wheat Ridge  

November 16 Qigong Workshop for Inner Peace and Organ Cleansing. At Asana Studio in Arvada

November 16 SPHEREAL
The SPHEREAL meditative experience uses a soothing wash of ambient music performed live - a combination of sequenced layers and the warmth and spontaneity of the human hand - and the guidance of voice, to calm your mind, bring your consciousness into the moment and increase your awareness of sensation and energy throughout your body.  At Asana Studio in Arvada

November 16 The Inspiration of Breath with Georginne Bakalis

Experience the transformative power of your breath in this special workshop. Learn how to relieve stress, fear, and anxiety naturally with Conscious Connected Breathing, a powerful tool for healing and reconnection to the true essence of who you are. At Harmony Yoga in Denver

 

November 16 Healing Sound Concert with Chris Anne & Jason Coviello  

Back by popular demand, Chris Anne & Jason have been performing sound healing concerts at the Denver Botanic Gardens for many years & are excited to be back at Harmony Yoga to share in this relaxing treat. Experience a healing, heart-opening journey guided by the vibrations of the Tibetan Singing Bowls and Hang Drum. At Harmony Yoga in Denver

 

November 17 Healing Spine Workshop with Nancie Carollo

In this workshop that includes anatomy, corrective postures, and a one-hour "strong, healthy back" yoga class, learn how yoga keeps the spine strong and agile by understanding the form and function of your spine and key postures to support it. Suitable for those with mild functional or structural scoliosis, chronic discomfort, poor posture, and the spinally curious. At Harmony Yoga in Denver

 

November 17 Come Back to Center Meditation Workshop
Through breathing practice, meditation and 2 other tools, this class offers ways to come back to center when  feeling challenged by worry, anxiety, and sadness.  Life has been challenging for many of us and now is the time for us to strengthen our abilities to both nurture and empower ourselves.At Asana Studio in Arvada.

November 24 The Joy of Living Upside Down. 
This workshop is designed to methodically understand the series of steps necessary to make this extraordinary practice accessible. We'll break down critical alignment requirements, isolate the need for core strength, pelvic balance and offer modifications and guide the practitioner through this remarkable and unique set of poses.  At Asana Studio in Golden
  
November 30 Small Business Saturday and Community Yoga  
Holiday Boutique and Community Yoga, 8-9am free yoga class, 9-1pm Shopping, work by area artists. At Catspaw Yoga in Wheat Ridge

December 6 Restorative Yoga  

In this 7.5 hour continuing education course teachers will learn to adapt asana using pillows, blankets and supportive props which actively stimulates and supports the body simultaneously, allowing active relaxation to harmonize the body. At PranaYoga in Denver

 

December 7 Supported Yoga for All  

In this exploratory workshop, we will be working with props -- our bodies, walls, blocks, chairs, ties, and more. Yoga should accessible to anyone; we must be open in our creativity to make it safe for any student. At PranaYoga in Denver

 

December 8 Introduction to Vedic Astrology with Kerry Shamblin
This workshop is designed as an introduction to those who are curious about how Vedic Astrology can be used as a tool for self awareness or for those who may be interested in breaking into this subject with the intention of deeper study. At PranaYoga in Denver 

  

  


December 15 Classical Yogasana Scripture Study
This 7.5 hour continuing education course focuses specifically on yogasana from the classical perspective. The marga from the Gita will be reviewed through interactive play. At PranaYoga in Denver

January 9 Advanced Basics Yoga Teacher Training
Looking to earn your 500RYT? This course is designed to support the teacher at the 200RYT level attain their additional 300 hours of training for 500RYT. For those who prefer to focus on the yoga foundations rather than our advanced modules that specialize in exploring the texts and specialty areas of the Yoga teachings.Look for an info meeting at Asana Yoga Studio this month. At PranaYoga in Denver

Begins January 14, 2014 Contemplative Hatha Yoga Teacher Training
This 265-hour basic Yoga Teacher Training Program is the foundational yoga program for all of our trainings; you will deepen your practice and learn to teach others! Its purpose is to teach and introduce yogasana, pranayama, chanting, and meditation - taking yoga beyond the mat. At PranaYoga in Denver 

Begins in February, 2014! Yoga Nidra training with Sree Devi Bringhi from the Bihar School in India
SreeDevi, an Instructor in Traditional Eastern Arts at Naropa University, grew up in India. She learned the art and science of Yoga Nidra directly from Swami  and has been guided to share it widely in this country.  Participate in a 3 1/2 month Independant Learning Program with Sree and receive YN Certification through the Bihar School. At Mountain Wisdom Yoga Studio in Boulder, CO.  Please email Sharon Harvey Alexander for details:  mountainsmiles@msn.com

Please read the following message from one of our YTOC members, Rebecca Louzan

When rain and flooding begin in the early morning of September 12, 2013, many of our homes, roads, and bridges were washed away or damaged, and vital infrastructure to our small town was destroyed. Our businesses were shut down, our families were evacuated three days later and we were advised we may not return home for months.

For the past month and a half, I have been camped out of a borrowed camper, next to my unflooded, but utility-less house. I was lucky in this. I watched the night of the flood as my neighbors scrambled from their homes with their children and any belongings they could grab. We congregated together every morning in the park, waiting to hear what was to happen next. It was heartbreaking to watch my neighbors drive out of our town, not knowing when they would return or how badly their homes were damaged. For the most part, I have remained here, with 67 other people living in the normally 2000 person town. We camp, we eat at Salvation Army. We stay very close to one anther. I co-own one of the two yoga studios in our town. Each and every one of our businesses have been shut down. We were fortunate to have our studio building safe and able to open our doors to Quiet Refuge hours and to be a space for generous practitioners from all over our state to offer firefighters and townspeople free massage and bodywork during the trauma. Our town has had no electricity, water,  sewer or heat for weeks. Little by little, portions of the town are beginning to have utilities turned on again and I watch my community return to start picking up the pieces of their lives. 

 I have seen amazing acts of love among my neighbors, and have developed a type of love that I've never experienced before. This has opened my heart and has given me voice to speak the needs of my community. We need the help of our greater neighbors. We have a tremendous amount of rebuild to accomplish and we have just begun. We have neighbors who have lost the limited amount of affordable housing in our community and don't know if they will ever be able to return. We have businesses that have been client-less for more than a month and a half now and don't know if they will survive the winter. We have families with quite literally no home left at all. I call to my fellow yoga community to help my town. Many of us have been working tirelessly to set up methods to help, and ways to make that help create a lasting impact. 

From the bottom of the big heart of Lyons, I thank you for reaching out to us.

To help Lyons, Colorado:
For ways to DONATE: www.lyonsfightsback.org
For upcoming FUNDRAISERS: www.lyonsfloodrelief.org
For ways to VOLUNTEER: www.lyonsvolunteers.org
 
I am also searching for ways/venues/ ideas/ collaborators for Fundraising... this could be Yoga-related or non-yoga related. Please contact Rebecca rflouzan@gmail.com 781-635-6719  

 
Save 15%
Rolling Sands Harmony is offering 15% off all items for yoga teachers.  This is off our already super low prices. 

We still offer wholesale pricing for studio or class supplies, but would like to also offer an additional discount when buying items for yourself or as a gift.  In July we doubled our store size allowing us to broaden our gift and accessory line of yoga-inspired clothing, legwarmers, accessories, jewelry, and more.  Choose from our selection of singing bowls, chimes, gongs and prayer wheels; decorate your home with beautiful hand-blown glass, hand-painted ornaments, water fountains, artwork and pottery; heal yourself with Himalayn Rock Salt or essential oils or flower essences.  Or indulge yourself with a new yoga mat or yoga props. 

We are also offering 15% off yoga mats and props to all students undertaking Yoga Teacher Training, so please let any of your YTT students know about us, too.